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C2851-H-VSEC/K9 Overview

C2851-H-VSEC/K9 is a fixed architecture enterprise router engineered with redundant AC power options and dual WAN configuration, featuring 10/100 Ethernet interfaces that deliver reliable wired connectivity. It offers integrated voice services and robust firewall security, ensuring high throughput performance of approximately 0.085 Gbps for demanding network environments.

C2851-H-VSEC/K9 supports modular expansion via two EHWIC slots and implements VPN features including IPSec and SSL VPN to secure branch connectivity. Designed for enterprise use, it provides high availability, QoS capabilities, and comprehensive remote management support, making it ideally suited for businesses that require secure, integrated services without compromise.

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C2851-H-VSEC/K9 Specifications

Form Factor
Rack-mount
Flash Memory
256 MB
Memory
512 MB
Ethernet Technology
10/100
Weight
N/A
Height
N/A
Depth
N/A
Width
N/A
Product Type
Enterprise Router
VPN Support
IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN
Routing Protocols
OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing
Architecture
Fixed
WAN Configuration
Dual WAN
WAN Ports
2 WAN
Wi-Fi Standard
N/A
Connectivity Type
Wired
Wireless Support
No
Firewall Features
Yes
Management
Managed
Safety
N/A
EMC
N/A
Telecom
N/A
QoS Features
Supported
Modular Slots Available
2 Slots
Stacking Capability
No
5G Support
No
Interface Ports
RJ-45
Device Type
Router
High Availability Support
Supported
Expansion Slots
EHWIC
Broadband
N/A
LAN Ports
N/A
Speed/Capacity
N/A
Use Case
Enterprise
Compliance Standards
FCC / CE / RoHS
Features
VPN / VoIP / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall
Integrated Services
Voice
Built-in Security Features
Firewall / Intrusion Prevention
Network Protocols
IPv4 / IPv6
Power Source
AC Power Supply / Redundant
Remote Management
SSH / Telnet / SNMP
Throughput Capacity
0.085 Gbps
Power
140W
Product Name
Cisco 2851-H-VSEC/K9

C2851-H-VSEC/K9 Use Case

High-Performance Site-to-Site IPsec VPN for Multi-Branch Connectivity

In a nationwide retail chain, deploying the Cisco 2851-H-VSEC (AIM-VPN2/SSL, 256F/512D) establishes resilient, hardware-accelerated IPsec tunnels (up to 100 Mbps) between headquarters and 50+ branches. Result: end-to-end data encryption with <1 ms latency overhead, centralized policy enforcement, and 99.99% uptime across distributed locations.

Secure SSL VPN Access for Remote Workforce

A financial services firm equips mobile consultants with SSL VPN connectivity via the Cisco 2851-H-VSEC’s AIM-VPN2/SSL module. Outcome: on-demand, clientless access to corporate intranet and VoIP resources with multi-factor authentication, delivering 256-bit encryption and granular session control, boosting remote productivity by 40% while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Integrated Voice Resiliency with CCME and SRST at Branch Offices

A healthcare network leverages the 2851-H-VSEC’s PVDM2 DSP cards, CCME and SRST capabilities to host local call processing at 20 clinics. Benefit: uninterrupted IP telephony during WAN outages, seamless failover in <5 seconds, crystal-clear voice quality, and consolidated management that cuts operational costs by 30%.

Quality Certifications

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ISO 14001 Certified - UCCISO 9001 Certified - UCCRoHS CompliantREACH CompliantFCC CertifiedCE Mark - European ConformityVCI CertifiedUKCA Mark - UK Conformity Assessed

Product Comparison Table

2851H.Perf.VSEC:AIM-VPN2/SSL,PVDM2,CCME/SRST,AIS,256F/512DC2851-H-VSEC/K92811 Voice Bundle w/ PVDM2-16,FL-SRST-35,SP Serv,128F/512DCISCO2811-SRST/K92801 bundle, WIC-1SHDSL-V3,SP Svcs, 128F/384DC2801-SHDSL-V3/K92821 VSEC Bundle w/PVDM2-32,FL-CUBE-100,AVS,128F/512DC2821-VSEC-CUBE/K92801 bundle, HWIC-1ADSL, SP Svcs, 128F/384DCISCO2801-ADSL2/K9
5G SupportNoNoNoNoNo
ArchitectureFixedModularModularModularModular
BroadbandN/AN/ADSLN/ADSL
Built-in Security FeaturesFirewall / Intrusion PreventionFirewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware ProtectionFirewall, Intrusion Prevention, VPN EncryptionFirewall / Intrusion Prevention / IPSecFirewall / Intrusion Prevention
Compliance StandardsFCC / CE / RoHSFCC / CEFCC, CEFCC, CE, ULFCC / CE / RoHS
Connectivity TypeWiredWiredWiredWiredWired
DepthN/A14.96 inchesN/AN/A12.76 in
Device TypeRouterRouterRouterRouterRouter
EMCN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Ethernet Technology10/10010/10010/10010/10010/100
Expansion SlotsEHWICNIMNIMEHWIC / NIMEHWIC
FeaturesVPN / VoIP / IPv6 Compatible / FirewallVPN / IPv6 Compatible / FirewallVPN, Firewall, NAT, QoS, Integrated ServicesVPN / Firewall / NAT / DMVPN / IPv6 CompatibleVPN / Voice / Firewall / IPv6 Compatible
Firewall FeaturesYesYesYesYesYes
Flash Memory256 MB128 MB128 MB256 MB128 MB
Form FactorRack-mountRack-mountRack-mount / DesktopDesktopRack-mount
HeightN/A1.72 inchesN/AN/A1.73 in
High Availability SupportSupportedSupportedSupportedSupportedNot Supported
Integrated ServicesVoiceVoice / Video / WAN OptimizationVoice, VPN, RoutingVoice / Video / SecurityVoice / Data / Security
Interface PortsRJ-45RJ-45RJ-45, Optional SFPRJ-45RJ-45
LAN PortsN/A2 LAN Ports2 LAN Ports2 LAN Ports2 LAN Ports
ManagementManagedManagedManagedManagedManaged
Memory512 MB256 MB256 MB256 MB256 MB
Modular Slots Available2 Slots2 Slots2 Slots2 Slots2 Slots
Network ProtocolsIPv4 / IPv6IPv4 / IPv6IP, TCP, UDP, ICMPIP, IPX, AppleTalk, Frame RelayIPv4 / IPv6
Power140W80W65 Watts60 Watts210 W
Power SourceAC Power Supply / RedundantAC Power Supply / RedundantAC Power SupplyAC Power Supply / RedundantAC Power Supply
Product NameCisco 2851-H-VSEC/K9CISCO2811-SRST/K9Cisco 2801-SHDSL-V3/K9 Integrated Services RouterCisco C2821-VSEC-CUBE/K9CISCO2801-ADSL2/K9
Product TypeEnterprise RouterEnterprise RouterRouterEnterprise RouterEnterprise Router
QoS FeaturesSupportedSupportedSupportedSupportedSupported
Remote ManagementSSH / Telnet / SNMPSSH / Telnet / SNMPTelnet, SSH, SNMPSSH, Telnet, SNMPTelnet / SSH / SNMP
Routing ProtocolsOSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static RoutingOSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static RoutingOSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static RoutingOSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static RoutingOSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing
SafetyN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Speed/CapacityN/AN/AFast EthernetFast Ethernet10/100
Stacking CapabilityNoNoNoNoNo
TelecomN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Throughput Capacity0.085 Gbps0.025 Gbps25 Mbps0.03 Gbps25 Mbps
Use CaseEnterpriseEnterprise / Small BusinessEnterpriseEnterprise / Branch OfficeEnterprise / Business
VPN SupportIPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPNIPSecIPSec / SSL VPNIPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPNIPSec
WAN ConfigurationDual WANDual WANDual WANDual WANWAN
WAN Ports2 WAN2 WAN2 WAN2 WAN1 WAN
WeightN/A21.52 lbsN/AN/A13.2 lbs
Wi-Fi StandardN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
WidthN/A17.24 inchesN/AN/A17.52 in
Wireless SupportNoNoNoNoNo

Reviews & Ratings

A
Alexander Moore
5

Cisco 2851H VSEC delivers reliable VPN/SSL and secure UC. PVDM2 with CCME/SRST ensures stable voice and data communications for medium branch offices.

O
Olivia Turner
4

Durable and efficient. Handles multiple endpoints with advanced security while maintaining predictable voice and UC performance.

B
Benjamin Clark
5

Easy to deploy and manage. Provides seamless secure communications and reliable UC operations across branches.

E
Emily Watson
3

High-performing and robust. Maintains stable VPN, voice, and data connections across multiple endpoints.

M
Matthew Scott
4

Reliable Cisco solution. Ideal for medium branches requiring secure UC and predictable voice performance.

Questions & Answers

What is the Cisco 2851-H-VSEC/K9 router and its key features?

The Cisco 2851-H-VSEC/K9 is a high-performance branch router offering hardware-accelerated AIM-VPN2/SSL encryption, dual PVDM2 DSP slots for voice processing, CCME with SRST for call resiliency, AIS application inspection, and a forwarding rate of 256 kpps with 512 MB DRAM.

What performance benefits does the AIM-VPN2/SSL license deliver?

AIM-VPN2/SSL provides hardware-based IPsec and SSL VPN acceleration, enabling up to 180 Mbps of encrypted throughput and secure remote access with minimal CPU overhead.

What is PVDM2 and how many voice channels can the 2851 support?

PVDM2 is Cisco’s DSP module family for voice and conferencing. The 2851 includes two PVDM2 slots, each supporting up to 30 G.711 or 16 G.729 calls, for a total of 60 G.711 or 32 G.729 simultaneous voice channels.

How do CCME and SRST ensure voice continuity on the 2851?

Cisco CallManager Express (CCME) with Survivable Remote Site Telephony (SRST) allows the 2851 to host call processing locally and automatically fail over during WAN outages, maintaining dial-tone and call routing.